Experience Rochester
Experiencing our vibrant campus in-person is the best way to learn more about the University of Rochester.
We’re excited to welcome visitors for our one-hour, in-person campus tours on most weekdays. A current student tour guide will walk with you around the River Campus while sharing their personal experiences and answering your questions along the way. Check in for campus tours is in Hirst Lounge on the second floor of Wilson Commons.
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This is your chance to talk to someone who knows Rochester virtually or in-person.
Early Decision I applicants should interview no later than Nov. 30, and Early Decision II applicants should interview by the January 5 application deadline.
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Information sessions are a great way to get an overview of the University of Rochester’s unique approach to learning, as well as the admissions process – all with plenty of time for questions and answers with our admissions counseling staff. Check in for information sessions is at the Campus Information Center in Wilson Commons.
Register for an information session
Group visits are available for high schools and community-based organizations to bring a larger group of students (15+) to the University of Rochester for a student-led campus tour. Group visits are available on most Mondays-Fridays. Please submit your request at least three weeks prior to your intended visit date.
Register for a group visit
Groups of school, community-based organization, or independent counselors are welcome to request separate campus visits to the River Campus of the University of Rochester. A minimum of three weeks notice is requested in order to best meet the requests of visiting counselors.
Register for a counselor group visit
Interested in playing Division III sports at Rochester? Set up a meeting directly with one of our athletic coaches.
Contact specific coach
Start creating your campus experience. We can’t wait to meet you!
Meet with a faculty or staff member, sit in on a class, or visit a campus department or lab. Prospective students can visit department websites, and reach out to the undergraduate coordinator in the departments and programs they’re interested for more information.
This is your ideal opportunity to see if Rochester is the place for you. Attend a session about the admissions process or student life. You can also talk to current students as they show you key landmarks on campus, share their stories, and answer your questions about Rochester.
This program brings together high school seniors from diverse backgrounds to experience Rochester on a more personal level. Admission to MVP is a competitive process that considers your academic and personal qualities.
These exclusive events are for all admitted students, including transfers. Whether you can’t wait to enroll or you’re still deciding, come be a Rochester student for a day and see what the next stage of your life could be like.